Physical Therapist
Department Rehabilitation Services
Type of Position Full time
Search Location(s) Bronx, NY
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Job Brief
Plans and implements physical therapy treatment programs for persons receiving services to maintain and/or restore function secondary to acute or chronic disability; conducts annual screens, and assessments.
Shift Worked:
9 am- 5 pm flexible hours
Weekly Hours:
37.5
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Pay range:
$80,000-$85,000
??????Constructive Partnerships Unlimited (CP Unlimited) is a comprehensive multi-service and multi-site organization providing services and programs to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout the NYC metropolitan areas.
CP Unlimited operates an extensive community based living program, day habilitation programs, community habilitation services and provides rehabilitative services in a caring and comfortable atmosphere. CP Unlimited also provides nursing, behavioral, dietary and Article 16 services including counseling, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. Well- coordinated care, overall wellness, and building personalized relationships with the people that reside and participate in our programs are our high priorities.
Currently CP Unlimited is seeking a full time Physical Therapist in our Bronx Clinic and Residential Community Program to plan and implement physical therapy treatment programs to maintain and/or restore function secondary to acute or chronic disability.
Specific Position Duties Include:
+ Reviews doctor referrals and medical records to determine PT treatment Refers to specialty clinics as needed (adaptive equipment, shoe and splint). Maintain active/up to date MD prescriptions as outlined by NYS Department of Health (DOH) and Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) depending upon work assignment.
+ Evaluates and assesses the needs and level of functioning in the areas of: sensorimotor, gross & fine motor skills, musculoskeletal status, CNS status, ambulation and adaptive equipment needs (e.g. walker, canes, AFOs).
+ Devises treatment plans based on the assessment; administers treatment involving the application of modalities: hydrotherapy, hot packs, cold packs, ultrasound, and electrical stimulation; instructs, motivates, and assists persons receiving services in various exercise programs utilizing weights, exercise machines, mat activities, assistive devices, orthoses, and prostheses.
+ Provides training as needed.
+ Participates and attends care plan/team meetings as needed for persons receiving PT services.
+ Supervises PTAs & therapists on limited permits, and performs oversight in the Healthcare Center, day programs and residential settings.
To qualify for the Physical Therapist Position you must possess the following:
+ Graduate of an accredited physical therapy school with a Bachelors Degree or higher.
+ NYS Physical Therapy License.
+ Knowledge in PT evaluation and treatment; ability to supervise direct assistants and aides. Understand the principles of physical agent modalities employed in PT.
+ Knowledge in the use of mobility devices and therapeutic exercises.
+ Must have good written-verbal communication skills.
+ Proficient with Microsoft Office.
+ Able to travel as assigned to oversee PTAs in the Healthcare Centers, day programs or residential sites.
CP Unlimited values and supports its employees by offering them a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance and generous time off packages. Which includes four weeks vacation, personal, sick and holiday days. Working for CP Unlimited you will be reimbursed for your license renewal and receive reimbursement for professional webinars taken, receive an array of discounts to Broadway shows/movie tickets and may also qualify for loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
CP Unlimited invests in its staff over the long term and strives to provide opportunities for professional growth within the agency. The organization always has an eye to the future, exploring ways to improve and expand its services.
Come make a difference at Constructive Partnerships Unlimited (CP Unlimited), where we serve with progress and care.
CP Unlimited is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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